TENANT SCREENING PROCESS

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs):

  • What is your tenant application process?

We currently use this website : www.rentapplication.com/chicagoland

We have the ability to collect the application, last month of paystubs, credit report, criminal report, and eviction report through this website once the tenant applies.

  • Do you run credit checks?

Yes! We run the credit background via Experian. You will receive tenant credit score, address history, and credit inquiries and accounts in an easy-to-read format.

  • Do you run criminal background checks?

Yes! We run national felony criminal background checks.

  • Do you run eviction background checks?

Yes! Eviction background checks are performed and take 24-48 hours for completion.

  • Who approves the application of the tenant?

At this time, the landlord approves/disapproves the application for the tenant.  Having said this, you may use CRGP as a consultant for finding a tenant that will be suitable to taking great care of your home and paying landlord rent on time.

  • What does CRGP look for in a new tenant that applies?

Ideally, we like to see a rent to net income ratio under 35%. Credit score of 625+ FICO is preferred, but, we really want to see timely payments over the past 12 months.  Naturally, landlord specifications can trump anything we look for when it comes to qualifications.

  • Who keeps the application fee?

Rentapplication.net.  We don’t keep any margin of the application fee, at this time, nor pass it along to the landlord.

  • What about pets and smoking in home?

This is completely up to the landlord. Naturally, pets and smoking come with damages and the landlord will want to take this into account prior to leasing home.

  • Who needs to apply when wanting to rent the landlord’s home?

Any tenant over 18 years of age.

  • How quickly does a landlord need to get back to a tenant regarding their application?

Ideally, within 24 hours.  The longer the delay, the more likely the tenant-applicant will find a new home elsewhere!

  • What about Fair Housing laws?  What are those laws?

This is VERY important and one not to be taken lightly!  With tenant applications, we need to comply with Fair Housing regulations. This can be reviewed here or you can contact our office with questions.

  • We worked with Sean and Chicagoland Realty Group to identify quality tenants for a townhouse in Oswego Illinois and would highly recommend his services. It was a challenging situation with us living across the country. Sean and his team were excellent in every aspect. He very quickly identified a pool of high quality tenants from which to select and seamlessly managed the background checks, lease paperwork, deposits and move in process. Sean and his team kept us informed throughout and we had dream tenants secured within weeks of first engaging Chicagoland Realty.

    Kevin Connor Avatar Kevin Connor
    March 27, 2017
  • We used Sean and his property management company in Wheaton Illinois for 3 years and would highly recommend his services. He was fantastic at bringing us multiple rental offers within one week of listing the property. He preformed the background/credit checks on all potential renters and helped us sort through them to find the best applicant. All communication we had with Sean was flawless during the entire time we had our home for rent. We lived in a different state from where our rental was located and never had to worry that our home was not being looked after. Sean's company is the go to in the area if you want a quality rental management company.

    Michael Hoppe Avatar Michael Hoppe
    August 6, 2015
  • We use Sean for our home in Montgomery. He and his team do a great job helping us with the property. We were nervous moving away and leaving our home in the care of someone else, but 3 years later we rest easy. Working with Chicagoland Realty Group Partners has been a great experience.

    Wesley Salmons Avatar Wesley Salmons
    October 3, 2015
  • My townhouse was managed by Chicagoland Realty Group for the last three years and they also were the realtor that sold the property. Overall, Sean runs a very good team - his staff is efficient and attentive. Issues brought up by the renter was addressed in a timely fashion and I was kept in the loop in every case. I highly recommend Chicagoland Realty Group to manage all of your properties.

    Lousymouse Avatar Lousymouse
    September 6, 2014
  • I have worked with Sean for 3 years and he always find my tenants for my condo. He provides me with advise before making my decisions. He keeps me informed of any issues in a timely manner.

    Anita Diaz Avatar Anita Diaz
    September 26, 2015

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